However, it is not immediately known how many Indians will be impacted by the order of the US. The order is likely to have a bearing on those applying for permanent residency in the US.

As per the order from the US, the temporary suspension of immigration will affect those who are legally seeking entry into the United States for employment and other purposes. However, it will not impact the ones who are already living in the country.

“In order to protect our great American workers, I’ve just signed an executive order temporarily suspending immigration into the United States,” Trump had said Wednesday.

As per the order, people seeking entry into the US to work as physicians and nurses and investors will get exemptions from the restrictions.

The sources also said that the Indian missions are in touch with host governments of other countries and there is an ongoing discussion on the welfare of Indian workers. “We have seen such reports, this is a dynamic situation, will continue to engage,” sources said.

“There is complete lockdown till May 3, well-being of stranded Indians is being looked after by respective missions. We advise them to stay put, evacuation can begin once there is a change in the lockdown policy,” sources further added.